The Florida Department of Heath in Jefferson County works with community partners to implement evidence-based interventions through the Heart Health Plus Program.
Activities including Healthy Heart Ambassadors Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, community health screenings, and process referrals to diabetes, tobacco cessation, and other health and social service programs.
Blood Pressure self-monitoring classes are conducted by a trained Health Educator, and Registered Dietitian. The program offers health education centered around nutrition, lifestyle changes, and blood pressure management.
Participants must enroll and complete the 12-week program.
- Participants must be clinically diagnosed with hypertension
- Participants will receive free self-monitoring blood pressure machine and much more
Program benefits:
- No Cost
- Investment in your health
- Reduce your risk of heart attack or stroke
- Support to develop the habit of self-monitoring
- Better management of your blood pressure
For more information or to register for the Healthy Heart Ambassadors Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program, contact Jessica Long, Senior LPN at 850-601-6155.